His Story

Book, Music and Lyrics by Anna Miriam Brown

Directed by Jeff Calhoun

Produced by Bruce Lazarus and Willie and Korie Robertson

Reviewed Aubrey Tarantino

When I was young, I used to go to Vacation Bible School every summer, something that a lot of people who were born and raised in the south can relate to. During VBS you would eat snow cones, make friends, sing, and learn about the story of Jesus and God and what that means to people who believe. His Story took me back to those days. This is a musical that is bright, fast, and vocally exciting – much like VBS.

His Story takes the audience through a journey that a lot of us know well just because of where we live, regardless of belief. It’s the story of Jesus, God’s son, who came to earth to heal and spread a message of love and unity, and then died by crucifixion as a sacrifice to atone for our sins. What’s different about this telling of the story is how dynamic it is. Through amazing technical pieces, strong vocals, and amazing casting choices, we get to the story in a way many of us haven’t before.

The entire ensemble is remarkable. The opening number itself is strong and immediately pulls you into the story. The artistry of the set design and lighting design also provided the most amazing support to the talented cast. Throughout the show everyone shines, but Max Kuenzer, who plays Jesus in our story, is remarkable. Kuenzer has a melodic voice with this dynamic range that can’t be ignored. Kuenzer’s canonical opposite, Lucifer, is played by Casey Lamont, who is just as breathtaking and takes up the space on the stage well. Lamont also has this deep and sultry voice that sounds amazing no matter what note she’s hitting.

Among Jesus, Lucifer, and many other serious characters on this stage, Peter, played by Bryan Munar, provides a much welcome shift. Munar gives the audience something different by employing his wonderful sense of comedic timing at the exact right time, and the audience loved it. We also get to see Mary Magdalene, played by Lily Gast, and Judas, played by Richard Chaz Gomez, and their dynamic play out. Truly, they are the perfect angsty couple, who have beautiful stage chemistry. Both Gast and Gomez have a commanding presence on the stage that you just can’t look away from.

His Story has serious vocal talent, strong technical design, and a wonderful cast! There are so many talented individuals in this cast, you won’t want to miss it! This show is running until September 10th at The Broadway Tent at Grandscape. Tickets can be purchased at hisstorythemusical.com

Be Well,
Aubrey

Audience Rating: His Story: The Musical is recommended for ages 8 and up. Children under the age of 2 are not permitted in the theater.

Running Time: 110 minutes with a 20 minute intermission

Accessible Seating: Yes! The Broadway Tent is fully ADA accessible. If you have any special requests or assistance in selecting seats, please contact the box office at boxoffice@hisstorythemusical.com.

Hearing Devices: Assisted listening devices are available at the Broadway Tent. Please bring a valid ID in order to check out an assisted listening device for the performance.

Sensory Friendly Performance: Not Available

Production Sound Level: Comfortable volume level

Noises or Visuals to Prepare For: Strobe lighting effects. Sudden loud noises. Theatrical fog/haze. Scenes of violence.